BIM Coordinator
Ejov · Toronto · CA$74,000–CA$123,000 (stated in the posting)
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Who are we looking for?
The BIM Coordinator supports the BIM Manager and leads the day-to-day implementation of the project’s BIM methodology. The role is responsible for applying the project BIM strategy, enforcing the BIM Execution Plan (BEP), and consolidating contributions from project team members within the Common Data Environment (CDE).
Core Coordination Responsibilities
The BIM Coordinator ensures that the BIM methodology is implemented consistently with the project guidelines. This includes defining and coordinating processes, model development levels, software requirements, and data exchange formats within the applicable project framework.
In collaboration with the BIM Manager, the role administers shared digital platforms—particularly the CDE—including workflows, role-based permissions, and related project controls. Throughout delivery, the BIM Coordinator supports the Project Design Team in applying the BIM methodology and keeping project processes, models, and information requirements current.
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Working with an energetic and high-performing team, this position offers a variety of work and will see you involved in:
- Regularly review, maintaining standards and model conformances with the design team.
- Routinely assists the BIM Manager in model review/Clash detection meetings, design kick-off meetings, and coordination meetings.
- Responsible for project deliverables of design package.
- Model maintenance reviews.
- Facilitate Peer reviews.
- Satisfy any/all project BIM related ‘Q’ forms.
- Be cognizant of advancement of Global BIM practices.
- Support in the advancement of the regional BIM practices.
Accountable For
- Following regional and GHD BIM standards, latest developments, strategic efforts, software, workflow updates, and all relevant progress.
- Communicating to the BIM Manager any concerns and resistance to change to leadership and advocating the GHD/Digital Design Organisation (DDO) initiatives and objectives.
- Assist in the implementation of GHD BIM Initiative with regards to project delivery, standards, workflows, and procedures.
Competencies / Capabilities
General
- Develop a sense of responsibility for own actions (and others) and face challenges openly.
- Performing delegated tasks as per the projects BIM Management plan.
- Presenting ideas for improvement or innovation to the projects BIM Management in a manner that is supported by relevant research.
- Excellent judgement and decisiveness to ensure positive outcomes.
- Proficient technical writer, presenter, and excellent communication.
- Ability to work without supervision and be proactive.
- Proven team leader and ensuring knowledge transfer via providing on the job training and support to project staff.
- Team player, cooperative with open sharing of information and knowledge.
- Ability to understand and interpret the BIM requirements as outlined in the project DDxP (BIM Execution Plan).
- Ability to manage peak work periods for delivery.
- Ability to delegate tasks to project staff as required.
Technical
- Understanding of the technical aspects of projects and how these contribute to the project success factors.
- Understanding of Asset Classification Systems – e.g., Uni-class / Omni-class.
- Understanding of ISO19650, including parts 1,2, 3 & 5
- Understanding of LOD framework and LOD Matrix specific to BIM Forum criteria/guidelines and associated/expected LOI.
- Understanding of Project Information Model (PIM) Strategy
- Understanding of BIM Digital Dimensions; 3D, 4D, 5D, etc. and ensure modelling disciplines understand requirements and suitability for federated model inclusion.
- Understanding of BIM Uses and benefits.
- Understanding of Common Data Environment and Information Management.
- Understanding of software and application Interoperability.
- Understanding of Model Checking and Drawing Checking QA processes.
- Experience implementing the BIM Execution Plans, Task Information Delivery Plans, Master Information Delivery Plans.
- Understanding of design management skills, including a high level of design coordination and technical understanding
- Troubleshooting abilities and understanding of interoperability of different software at a project level.
- Understanding of asset management integration with a BIM environment.
Behavioural
- Excellent soft skills, interpersonal and good listening skills, and collaboration abilities.
- Excellent judgement and decisiveness to ensure positive outcomes and negotiation skills.
- Ability to influence to ensure desired outcomes.
What will you bring to the team:
- Minimum 3-5 years’ experience working within BIM processes.
- Experience of leading multi-discipline projects and teams.
- Experience of managing Common Data Environments.
- Appropriate BIM certification as required (affiliations/certifications vary across regions).
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Please note:
- The salary range for this role is $74,000 - $123,000.
- The posted salary range represents the expected hiring range for GHD locations in its major city centres. Ranges may vary for positions in other locations. At GHD, base salary is determined by your skills, experience, qualifications and work location. We are committed to offering competitive compensation and adhering to all relevant pay transparency legislation.
- The use of artificial intelligence (AI) in recruiting is just getting started and may be used during the process to improve efficiency and fairness. Your application may be reviewed by both AI and our hiring team. While AI supports some steps through the process, all final hiring decisions are made by humans
- As a diverse and inclusive organization, we encourage individual achievement and recognize the strength of a diverse workforce. GHD is an equal opportunity employer. Upon request, GHD will provide reasonable accommodation for applicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment and selection process.
This position is for an existing vacancy.